Salt and vinegar wings come out tangy and crispy with only minutes in the air fryer.
Salt and vinegar chicken wings only need vinegar, butter, and a few seasonings to produce moist, tender wings with crispy skin.
Chicken Wings with a Tangy Twist
- Salt and pepper wings are packed with juicy, bold flavor and no one will know they’re low-carb.
- Simple ingredients and 5 steps are all it takes for juicy wings with crispy skins.
- The air fryer method is the best way to cook crispy chicken wings.
- Delicious served on an appetizer platter with zucchini bites or mushrooms along with veggies and dip.
A Zesty Line Up
Wings: Split chicken wings like flats and drumettes are used in this recipe. If using frozen wings, add 5-7 minutes to the cooking time.
Salt & Vinegar Sauce: Butter and two kinds of vinegar create the perfect balance for the “zing” in these wings.
Wing It Your Way
Experiment with other seasonings like a southwest seasoning, or a lemon pepper flavor. Other tasty options are Italian herbs, a robust blackened blend, or everything bagel seasoning.
How To Make Salt and Vinegar Wings
- Simmer both vinegars and seasonings until reduced by half. Whisk in butter.
- Toss wings in liquid (full recipe below).
- Cook wings then toss in vinegar sauce.
- Season with salt before serving.
Tips For the Best Wings
- Make sure the wings are patted dry so the seasoning sticks all around.
- Don’t crowd the air fryer basket. Cook in a single layer with space between the wings.
- If making batches, keep cooked wings covered in foil in a low-temperature oven, then pop them all under the broiler for extra crispiness.
Secrets For Stashing Wings
Keep leftover salt and pepper wings in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Enjoy them cold or reheat them in the air fryer until crispy.
Tasty Low Carb Appetizers
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Salt and Vinegar Wings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken wings flats & drumettes
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar divided
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper divided
- 2 tablespoons cold butter cut in small cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a small skillet, combine white vinegar, 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
- Simmer over medium heat for 2 minutes or until the mixture is reduced by half. Turn off the heat and gradually add the butter while whisking until thickened.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Pat wings dry and toss with olive oil and ¼ teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
- Place the seasoned wings in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 18-20 minutes until crispy.
- Remove the wings from the air fryer and toss them with vinegar sauce and remaining tablespoon of cider vinegar. Season with additional salt to taste.
Notes
- Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Reheat in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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